Explore Mount St. Helens with Noah Justice - Awesome Science DVD #5

On May 18th, 1980 the eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington State caused the largest landslide in modern human history. For nine hours it released the explosive power of one atomic bomb every second, shocking the world with the eruption's explosive power. Beyond destruction, it also challenged the way scientists think of catastrophes like this and how they have shaped the earth.

In this episode you'll learn how:

• observable events help us understand the catastrophic Great Flood
• they impact rapid erosion, coal formation, and a quick biological recovery
• canyons, stratified layers, and petrified forests formed quickly

This series is produced by Kyle Justice, whose work has appeared on such shows as National Geographic, ESPN, and The Creation Network, along with his creative homeschool-family team. Teen host Noah Justice serves as your guide to truth on the ground at national parks and other geologic locations, bringing you an educational and entertaining adventure!